I have a great deal of respect for Mark Levin, but find I have to disagree

somewhat with the thrust of his “selective outrage” column. First of all, in

the political “game,” “selective outrage” is played by both sides. Politics

being what it is, each side will have someone who’s actions are

embarrassing, illegal or fattening. But, usually the opposition will

highlight a failing in the “enemy” camp and overlook — intentionally or

otherwise — the faults of our allies. But, there is a more important point

here and it speaks to why conservatives have been the loudest to criticize

Lott. Fairly or otherwise, race is as much of an Achilles Heel to

Republicans and conservatives as national security is to Democrats and

liberals. A Democrat has to prove that he’s serious about national security

and defense policy, because the public and even the general liberal media

feel that they are weak in that area. Again, fairly or not, Republicans

have the rap of being racially insensitive (yes, even the black ones) and

they have to prove that they are “inclusive.” Otherwise, the media is always

quick to write the “Men in Hoods” script. Why provide them with the

dialogue?